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Smoked Ham

Whether you are preparing for the holidays or just looking for a great meal option, a smoked ham is the way to go! This affordable cut of meat is tender, packed with flavor, and so easy to prepare.
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Keyword brown sugar, cherry preserves, chicken stock, dijon mustard, ham, honey, olive oil, pork rub
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings 12 servings

Ingredients

For The Ham

  • 8-10 pound bone-in ham
  • 2 cups chicken stock
  • pork rub to taste
  • olive oil for coating the ham

For the Cherry Glaze

  • ½ cup cherry preserves
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • ¼ cup honey
  • 1 tablespoon dijon mustard

Instructions

  • Heat your grill or smoker to 250°F, add wood chunks or chips.
  • Remove the ham from its packaging and discard any excess liquid. Place the ham on a cutting board and pat it dry with a paper towel.
  • Drizzle the meat with a light coating of olive oil to help the seasoning adhere to the ham and evenly season all sides of the ham with your favorite pork rub.
  • Place the ham cut side down directly on the grill grates and smoke at 250°F for an hour and a half.
  • After smoking the ham for an hour and a half, remove it from the grill and place it in an aluminum pan.
  • Pour 2 cups of chicken stock into the pan and tightly cover the ham with a layer of heavy duty aluminum foil.
  • Increase the temperature on the grill or smoker to 325°F and return the covered ham to the grill or smoker and continue cooking for an additional hour and a half or until it reaches an internal temperature of 140°F.
  • Remove the ham from the grill and let rest while making the glaze.

To Make The Glaze:

  • Whisk all of the ingredients together in a pot over medium-low heat. Allow the mixture to simmer for about 10 minutes and then remove it from the heat. Let it cool slightly before applying it to the ham.
  • If using the glaze, use a brush to coat the ham while it is still hot. Reserve any extra glaze for serving.
  • Allow the ham to rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Notes

Storage Instructions: The ham may be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to four days. For longer storage, you may freeze it for 2 to 3 months and thaw it overnight in the fridge.